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'Winning the IPL is not easy'

'Winning the IPL is not easy'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The players all appreciate -- we all appreciate -- the fact that despite the pandemic and the restrictions, because of all of this protocol that has been put in place, the IPL season is still happening.'

India wants peace, but Pak must stop sending terrorists: Gen Rawat

India wants peace, but Pak must stop sending terrorists: Gen Rawat

Rediff.com25 May 2018

The army chief said India wants peace along the borders but Pakistan was continuously violating the ceasefire, which caused loss of life and property.

Kerala Needs To Confront Reality

Kerala Needs To Confront Reality

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Beginning with the bird's eye view of itself -- a narrow state of hills, rivers and high population density, in a tapering part of the Indian subcontinent. It can be a beautiful place shaped by aesthetic founded in appropriate lifestyle and progressive views, or a junkyard shaped by money and what money buys. The choice is Kerala's, notes Shyam G Menon.

'No first use policy': Parrikar almost drops a nuke

'No first use policy': Parrikar almost drops a nuke

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

"Why should I bind myself? I should say I am a responsible nuclear power and I will not use it irresponsibly. This is my (personal) thinking," Parrikar said replying to a question as he explained the need to be unpredictable in warfare strategy.

IPL auction opens door for Ishank Jaggi

IPL auction opens door for Ishank Jaggi

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Jharkhand right-hander Ishank Jaggi has been included in the auction pool as one of the late entrants.

Indian teens leave Americans, Australians behind in cyberbullying

Indian teens leave Americans, Australians behind in cyberbullying

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

In a study conducted in four countries, number of Indian teens who bullied someone or were bullied by someone online was the highest.

Tendulkar welcomes Super Over rule change for World Cups

Tendulkar welcomes Super Over rule change for World Cups

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar welcomed the ICC's decision to stop boundary count as a way of deciding knockout games in global tournaments like the World Cup.

Malaika is the ultimate fashion girl in pink

Malaika is the ultimate fashion girl in pink

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

A weekly roundup of the best and worst styles from the celebrity circuit.

How can Hindutva be compared to ISIS?

How can Hindutva be compared to ISIS?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Irrespective of their voting preferences, most voters would find this comparison with ISIS revolting. More specifically, would it persuade anybody who voted for Narendra Modi to change her or his mind? asks Shekhar Gupta.

'Centre shouldn't behave like big brother with states'

'Centre shouldn't behave like big brother with states'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'Just because there is some misunderstanding, you cannot recall the chief secretary.' 'This is not a good development. This is an assault on federalism.'

Want to be an Entrepreneur? 6 SMART Tips

Want to be an Entrepreneur? 6 SMART Tips

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Calculative risks is what differentiates the successful businesses from the rest, points out Bhargav Varma, co-founder and COO of CiS App, a social networking venture.

'Greater acceptance of multipolarity, mutuality key for Sino-India ties'

'Greater acceptance of multipolarity, mutuality key for Sino-India ties'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

According to Jaishankar, much has changed, mostly to India's disadvantage, since November 1950, when Sardar Patel and Jawaharlal Nehru had a famous exchange of views on how to approach China.

IIT-Bombay scraps face-to-face lectures this year

IIT-Bombay scraps face-to-face lectures this year

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

This is the first time in the institute's 62-year history that a new academic year will start with no students on campus. Other IITs are likely to follow suit with similar announcements for the autumn semester that runs from July till December.

Sri Lanka have task cut out against Australia

Sri Lanka have task cut out against Australia

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Sri Lanka will have to do some rethinking on how to bowl in the slog overs when they take on World champions Australia in the tri-series match in Sydney on Friday.

Dravid may not open in Boxing Day Test

Dravid may not open in Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com21 Dec 2007

A rethink is on within the Indian ranks if it would be wise to put their trusted man in the middle order at the top of the ranks.

How we turned lockdown into 'look up'

How we turned lockdown into 'look up'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Manish S Shah, from Doha, Qatar, tells us how he made the most of the lockdown.

Review: Mohanlal is brilliant in Oppam

Review: Mohanlal is brilliant in Oppam

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Oppam is a must watch, raves Paresh C Palicha.

Malinga comes out of retirement to save SL

Malinga comes out of retirement to save SL

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

The only bowler with 100 T20 International wickets said Sri Lanka need continuity in leadership for a lasting change of fortunes after a period of slump.

Will Pujara get entry into IPL after numerous pull-outs?

Will Pujara get entry into IPL after numerous pull-outs?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

Pujara, who had a base price of Rs 50 lakh went unsold at the IPL auctions in February.

Paswans meet Shah, Jaitley over seat sharing amid strained ties

Paswans meet Shah, Jaitley over seat sharing amid strained ties

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

LJP sources said the BJP's defeat in the five state polls have ignited a rethink in the party over its ties with the saffron party.

BJP may win most seats, but 2nd term for Modi unlikely: Pawar

BJP may win most seats, but 2nd term for Modi unlikely: Pawar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

The BJP may emerge as the single largest party post parliamentary elections and will have to seek support of allies, he said.

Pics: How to dress for a beach party

Pics: How to dress for a beach party

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

All the best beachwear and resort looks from the London Fashion Week.

Is an India-China 'Reset' on the Cards?

Is an India-China 'Reset' on the Cards?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

It is apparent that an easing of tensions at the border and a disengagement of troops is on the cards, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Kabul blasts may turn out to be a political windfall for the Taliban

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Afghanistan will remain a frontline state for Washington for a foreseeable future in terms of the potential threats to US national security from terrorist groups, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, who played a stellar role in beginning India's dealings in Afghanistan in 1994.

Fall in line or rework 2021 poll options: AIADMK to BJP

Fall in line or rework 2021 poll options: AIADMK to BJP

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

The BJP has to endorse chief minister K Palaniswami's candidature for the CM's post for the polls and agree to its other terms -- like non-participation in government -- and if not, should rethink of its 2021 electoral options, the AIADMK indicated at its meet.

In Pics: Why Ash is the golden girl of Cannes

In Pics: Why Ash is the golden girl of Cannes

Rediff.com23 May 2019

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is truly the 'golden girl' of Cannes. This pics are all the proof you need.

From chefs to cheese, your 5-star dining may soon go local

From chefs to cheese, your 5-star dining may soon go local

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

Rupee's weakness swells import bills of luxury hotel chains & restaurants, forces them to look for domestic alternatives.

Modi wanted us to work together, I rejected: Pawar

Modi wanted us to work together, I rejected: Pawar

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Pawar dismissed reports that Modi government offered to make him India's President.

Aam Aadmi Party: Good politics but bad economics

Aam Aadmi Party: Good politics but bad economics

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Arvind Kejriwal has got his politics right. Now, he needs to rethink his party's economic policies.

'Woman with tainted life partner': BJP leader on Priyanka Gandhi

'Woman with tainted life partner': BJP leader on Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

The senior BJP leader also scoffed at Priyanka Gandhi's resemblance with her grandmother and former prime minister Indira Gandhi.

AAP to table Jan Lokpal Bill on Thursday despite Law Min's view

AAP to table Jan Lokpal Bill on Thursday despite Law Min's view

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Preparing for a showdown, Aam Aadmi Party government tonight said it was going ahead with tabling of the Jan Lokpal Bill in the Delhi assembly on Thursday notwithstanding Union Law Ministry's view that Centre's prior approval was required for it even as Congress and BJP held the move by the ruling dispensation as "unconstitutional".

Guj govt withholds decision on Kodnani's death penalty

Guj govt withholds decision on Kodnani's death penalty

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Under attack from right wing forces, Gujarat government on Tuesday kept on hold its decision to seek death penalty for former minister Maya Kodnani, Babu Bajrangi and eight others in the 2002 Naroda Patiya riots case.

After victorious Sunday, BJP now wary of AAP's spread

After victorious Sunday, BJP now wary of AAP's spread

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Says a senior BJP leader: "If the AAP had Congress or BJP-type polling agents they would have easily got three-fourth majority in Delhi, there is no question about it. It was not Kejriwal or the AAP that got the vote. People went all out with a resolve to defeat what we call 'the system'." Sheela Bhatt reports on how the AAP's cornering of the anti-establishment vote has forced the BJP to rethink its strategy for the Lok Sabha elections.

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

in the last three months, brands such as Tata Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut have launched drive-through or kerb-side delivery services at their restaurants to catch consumers nervous about dining in.

Biden's 'mild shock' to Modi

Biden's 'mild shock' to Modi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

The trust some people in India had that the Biden-Harris administration would be friendly to India has been eroded already, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

What is Biden trying to tell India?

What is Biden trying to tell India?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

It is difficult to recall an Indian minister in modern times pushing back at the US publicly, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

To guide or not to guide: Infy dilemma

To guide or not to guide: Infy dilemma

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

Analysts wonder if the firm will discontinue giving annual guidance.

PIX: Focus shifts to ODIs as Dhoni, Dhawan hit the nets at SCG

PIX: Focus shifts to ODIs as Dhoni, Dhawan hit the nets at SCG

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

With the 2019 ODI World Cup on the horizon, focus has firmly shifted to white-ball cricket with the arrival of limited-overs' specialists, in Sydney, on Tuesday.

Opposition protests over Pegasus, farm laws continue in Parliament

Opposition protests over Pegasus, farm laws continue in Parliament

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

The proceedings of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day on Tuesday amid continuous protests by opposition members over the Pegasus snooping row and farm laws, as they demanded that discussions be taken up on the issues in the House.

Starting a New Job? 10 Tips for SUCCESS

Starting a New Job? 10 Tips for SUCCESS

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

It is important for working professionals to not get attached to a designation or title or brand or a company name, asserts Aditya Malik, MD & CEO, Talentedge.